Social Services Assistant

Description

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Social Services Assistant to join our team at The Pillars. As a Social Services Assistant, you will play a vital role in enhancing the quality of life for our residents by providing emotional support, connecting them with essential services, and advocating for their well-being.

Key Responsibilities:

· Conduct comprehensive assessments of residents' psychosocial needs and create individualized care plans.

· Provide emotional support and counseling to residents and their families.

· Assist residents in accessing community resources and services, including financial assistance, healthcare, and legal support.

· Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team, including nurses, physicians, and therapists, to ensure holistic care for residents.

· Facilitate group therapy sessions and activities to promote socialization and emotional well-being.

· Maintain accurate and confidential resident records, documenting assessments, interventions, and progress.

· Advocate for residents' rights and ensure they receive the highest quality of care.

· Participate in care planning meetings and provide input on residents' psychosocial needs.

· Stay up to date with relevant laws, regulations, and best practices in social work.

Qualifications:

· Previous experience in a healthcare or nursing home setting is preferred.

· Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

· Empathetic and compassionate attitude towards residents and their families.

· Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.

· Knowledge of community resources and support services.

· Excellent organizational and documentation skills.

Adherence to ethical standards and confidentiality guidelines

Requirements

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

· Work with Administrator, consultants, facility staff and family members in meeting identified medically related social needs.

· Investigate case situations and present information to Psychiatrist and Clinical Psychologist and other members of health team, on patient’s family and social background pertinent to diagnosis and treatment (Care Planning).

· Interpret psychiatric treatment to patient’s family and help to reduce fear and other attitudes obstructing acceptance of psychiatric care and continuation of treatment.

· Serve as link between patient, psychiatric agency, and community.

· Make arrangements for obtaining needed adaptive equipment, clothing, and personal items (dental care, eye care, hearing services, mobility services).

· Making referrals and obtaining services from outside entities (talking books, absentee ballots, wheelchair transportation, and other community resources).

· Maintain facility waiting list.